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One of the best all round courses even if you've been shooting for years. You can watch it live for free, it runs for 5 days. Costs money to have access to the videos anytime you want.

Sup pho' bros.
Not been in here in aaages, just been doing along.
Won a prize for this photo in November, no biggie.

28 minutes until olympus anounces the newest pen-f camera but the press release got leaked:

http://www.43rumors.com/official-oly...s-text-leaked/

Cliff notes:
-New Olympus Camera called the PEN-F
-20mega pixel MOS 4/3 Sensor
-2.36 million dot OLED sensor
-high res mode shoots 50Megapixel pictures
-will cost $1200

This is a direct competitor to the Fujifilm x-pro2 and it costs $400 less. Exciting times





CENTER VALLEY, Pa., January 27, 2016 Olympus is pleased to announce the PEN-F, a compact system camera created by fusing cutting-edge digital technology with craftsmanship handed down from 80 years of Olympus camera manufacturing. As the digital update of the original PEN-F, the world s first half-frame SLR, the new PEN-F is packed with incredible performance advancements for photographers seeking superior image quality and creative control. The 20 megapixel Live MOS Sensor is combined with Olympus 5-Axis Image Stabilization, a built-in 2.36 million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder, and a new Creative Dial on the front of the camera that accesses a host of controls to deliver a captivating shooting experience, all included in a design that exudes timeless beauty.

Elegant, Meticulous Design

The PEN-F s classic body lines and silhouette are inherited from its predecessor, which debuted in 1963. The top and front covers of the body are crafted from magnesium, and the precision metal dials (along with the bottom of the body) are crafted from aluminum. Olympus engineers devoted extraordinary resources to ensure superior quality and craftsmanship, so much so that even screws are undetectable on the camera s exterior. Simple, stylish touches like the included camera strap and the leather-grained exterior of the camera body and the back of the articulating LCD monitor provide a unified look and feel. Customizable buttons and dials are positioned for easy operation while the user looks through the viewfinder, and the new Exposure Compensation dial and four custom modes on the Mode Dial offer instant access to registered settings for simple, direct control.

Ultimate Image Quality in Every Situation

The newly-developed 20 megapixel Live MOS Sensor is paired with the latest TruePic VII Image Processor to bring out the amazing image quality of Olympus M.ZUIKO@reg; lenses. The sensor s low-pass filterless construction delivers high resolution and a low sensitivity ISO LOW mode equivalent to ISO 80. In addition, the powerful 5-axis VCM (Voice Coil Motor) image stabilization compensates up to 5.0 steps* of shutter speed for one of the world s highest levels of compensation performance.

This technology allows users to capture clear images of night scenes and other low light situations with minimal noise, without raising the ISO. Focal length may be set manually, so that even legacy manual-focus lenses can be image-stabilized. The PENF s High Res Shot Mode captures 50 megapixel equivalent images that reproduce incredible subject detail in ultra-high resolution, perfect for architecture and still life work. Plus, Olympus Viewer 3 Ver. 2.0 image editing software has been updated to process High Res Shot RAW images.

Complete Freedom of Expression

The PEN-F s new Monochrome and Color Profile Control functions allow photographers the ability to emulate their favorite films of years past. These functions differ from using photo editing software after shooting, as they allow users to apply and check effects in Live View while shooting to create their own original images. Both functions include quick-select presets designed to give images the look of classic film. Or, settings can be completely customized to achieve specific looks. The camera s frontmounted Creative Dial accesses Monochrome Profile Control, Color Profile Control, Art Filters, and Color Creator, all with a simple twist.

Monochrome Profile Control combines five photographic effects

Monochrome Profile Control combines five photographic effects Color Filter effect, Shading effect, Film Grain effect, Monochrome Color, and Highlight and Shadow Control for a variety of monochromatic expressions. In addition to the default setting (Preset 1), there is also Classic Film Monochrome (Preset 2) for a monochrome film effect with high contrast, and Classic Film Infrared (Preset 3) for an effect that mimics infrared film.

In Color Profile Control, users are able to adjust the color saturation of 12 individual colors in 11 steps. This is combined with Highlight and Shadow Control for limitless color expression. In addition to the default setting (Preset 1), there is also Chrome Film Rich Color (Preset 2), which provides deeper tones in images, and Chrome Film Vivid Saturation (Preset 3), which creates high levels of color saturation. The PEN-F s rear lever lets users easily toggle through the various effect controls, including Highlight and Shadow Control, a feature that also allows for the adjustment of midtones within plus or minus seven steps for advanced customization.

High-Visibility Interactive Viewfinder

The PEN-F is equipped with a built-in 2.36 million-dot high resolution OLED Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) with a 100-percent field of view and a magnification rate of 1.23x (35mm equivalent: approx. 0.62x) for a clear view without aberrations, even at the edges. Simulated OVF (S-OVF) Mode expands the dynamic range and provides an image similar to what would be seen with the naked eye. The magnified display function and Focus Peaking (which offers three levels and four colors) allow for extremely precise lens focusing. In addition, the PEN-F s vari-angle, touch-enabled LCD monitor lets users compose Live View shots from a variety wof angles, high or low.

Super-Fast Response for Comfortable Shooting

The PEN-F features blazing-fast speed with the shortest shutter-release time lag of any compact system camera** at 0.044 seconds. The 1/8000-second, high-speed mechanical shutter provides superior performance for capturing fast action, and shutter functions can be customized according to the scene. Silent Mode is useful for shooting in situations that require complete silence, and Anti-Shock Mode allows users to prevent shutter shake. The AF Targeting Pad enhances control by allowing users to set focus points by touching the rear monitor with their thumb while composing their shot in the viewfinder. Face Priority AF and Eye Priority AF detect and continuously adjust the focus on faces or eyes for easier portrait shooting. Enhancing the detail of every shot is AF Target Spot Metering, which links the AF Target and the metering area, while Super Spot AF and Small Target AF make it possible to focus on small subjects.

The PEN-F offers additional compatibility with users legacy lenses by enabling them to register the information of lenses without electronic contacts for inclusion in images EXIF data. The lens information may be recalled with the press of a button. Up to 10 lenses can be registered, including the lens name, focal length and aperture value.

Even More Creative Control

Other creative features include Live Composite Modewhich allows users to extract and composite the brightest areas from multiple, sequentially shot images to capture incredible cityscapes and star trails. With the PEN-F s built-in Wi-Fi@reg;, users can utilize the Olympus Image Share app for Android@reg; and Apple@reg; to adjust settings and monitor the progress of the image as it develops in real time on a smartphone or tablet. In 4K Time Lapse Movie, the camera captures up to 999 images automatically at intervals ranging from one image every second to one image every 24 hours, and combines them into a stunning high-resolution 4K video, all in-camera, without the need for additional software.

For those who enjoy macro photography, Focus Bracketing captures multiple shots at the touch of a button, all with slightly different focus depths. The new Live View Boost 2 makes it possible to easily focus and compose shots while checking visible stars in Live View. The PEN-F s high-speed sequential shooting capabilities let users capture all the action at 10 fps with the mechanical shutter, 5 fps with C-AF, and an extraordinary 20 fps with Silent Mode.

Premium Leather Accessories

Optional accessories include the External Metal Grip (ECG-4) that lets users replace the battery without removing the grip, featuring a Quick Shoe Compatible Rail on the bottom for direct connection to a compatible tripod head. Premium-quality leather accessories are also available in limited quantities. The Premium Leather Shoulder Strap (CSS-S120L PR) features high-quality leather with a two-tone design and a thickness that helps reduce shoulder strain. A Premium Leather Wrapping Cloth (CS-48 PR) made of finely textured genuine leather is perfect for wrapping the entire camera with a large lens attached. The Premium Leather Camera Bag (CBG-11 PR) is a compact, genuine leather camera bag produced under the direction of AJIOKA Co., Ltd., a Japanese leather manufacturer, with thorough attention to details including pockets, a shoulder pad, and shoulder strap. The Genuine Leather Body Jacket (CS-47B) is designed to protect the bottom of the Olympus PEN-F from bumps and scratches.

U.S. Pricing and Availability

The PEN-F will be available in early March, for an estimated street price of $1,199.99 (U.S.) and $1,499.99 (Canada).

Nice man, I really like the earthy colours. Congrats on the award.

Cheers. Shame about the CA. I wonder if Canon will ever come out with a lens profile for the 10-18. *sigh*

It is a nice tree photo, I like the level of detail and color, but for me it feels like it was either cropped to much or not enough, would like to see a bit more of the tree in it I reckon.


Does anyone know if Nikon has grid options? I know you can turn on a basic grid, but I was wanting to work on composition more with Fibonacci's sequence, or is this something that is better adjusted via processing?

Went for a walk with the Tamron 150-600

Rabbit on a dime by Leigh Cojocar , on Flickr

Squirrel by Leigh Cojocar , on Flickr

Today's upload


Red Bull RB11 front wing - 2015 Italian GP by Gary Hebding Jr. , on Flickr

Took this photo at the Fushimi Inari-taisha near Kyoto in Japan.

This was in Venice Italy this summer

Recently purchased a Tamron 70-200mm 2.8 and love it. In the same week I visited a part of Australia called the Whitsundays which is famous for the Great Barrier Reef. Gave the lens a good workout and ended up with these. First one is with the 16-35mm, rest are with the Tamron.

Horseshoe Bay, Bowen


Shipwreck


Great Barrier Reef






Kind of an abstract photo of the water and sand

Today's upload


Grodzka street - Krakow, Poland by Gary Hebding Jr. , on Flickr

Thanks man!
I personally love it out there and wouldn't mind living out there! Its so beautiful and the food culture/ people out there are relaxed and chill.

There is actually quite a ton i could of done. For one, a different day without such a strong overcast would of been nice/ may of assisted with the filter. ANd if i had the bread and was carrying a tripod around…I could of gotten a neutral density strong enough to blur out all the people.

Havent posted in a couple months.

I feel that I have gotten to the point to where I have developed my own style and people around here know photos are mine without even having to see me post them. Do you guys see anything I can work on, or improve on to try to take myself to the next level? I feel that I'm pretty damn good, but want to push myself to get even better. I could really use some constructive criticism to point out some things I could be missing that could put me over the top.

DSC_0713 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_0853 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_1528 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_2406 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_1970 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_2367 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_3212 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

Got me Hng son, just watched the 3rd pirates of the Caribbean this weekend. Dat beach life.

I don't like the gradient filter or whatever on the first photo where it's dark around the edges. Final rep is good with it but even then sometimes it seems overdone on his pieces too, maybe it only bugs me, dunno.

To bad there isn't more contrast between the water and sky with the boat, sort of bland color-wise, maybe make it B&W and enhance the contrast?

I like the reef photos, taken from a chopper or what? On dat drone time?

I always snap an abstract water pic when near a big body, they can be peaceful, and it doesn't take much to do.


You smug bastard.

Trying to come up with something, first photo seems like it has that instagram filtered look but just barely. 4,5,6,7 the poses seem unnatural/forced, but that could be the model more than anything you can do. Maybe change up the stances, bring a product into the shoot like a surfboard or skateboard, something to market yourself to another market basically. Or just try some photoshoots with some 3/10s to test how good you really are.



You processed this shot yet? Everyone has different tastes but if you ask me, an HDR type picture would turn out good, alot of potential with the colors, sky and everything going on.


Something about the lines throws me off, but I like this picture alot too, maybe adjusted in processing to be more upright. Next time maybe wait for someone dressed in traditional garb to walk down the aisle so there is a bit more to the photo, looks like there would be monks everywhere but I have no idea, but great location for a shot, maybe with just a bit different light.

Yo Kyle your killing it..

cant really pin point anything really at all technically.

being super picky DSC_1970 pose is causing rolls on her midsection. im sure you already noticed (i know she would have).

i think your out-classing your models at this point. maybe find a famous person, im sure that would launch you out of the park.

keep it up man, love it

Sunset from atop Mt Hood in Oregon
Took this April 2015

Hey guys, I took this picture of a potato… I'm going to try and sell it for 1million dollars, you think that's reasonable?






Spoiler!

Picked up the Canon 24-70 2.8II lens the other day. Holy sharpness!! It is amazing!!! Did some Detroit photo work around the city and the results are amazing!!! Paired with my 16-35 2.8II and I have one amazing setup for what I shoot (Urbex, City, Automotive, Nature, etc).


Next lens is the 70-200 2.8II with IS

How are you liking the 16-35? I am assuming the canon? I have it and absolutely love it!!

The gradient filter is a love or hate sort of thing. I like adding it to certain things but can understand why some don't like it.

Oddly enough I did another shipwreck a few weeks ago and did a B&W conversion with that one. Didn't want them to look too similar so I kept it colour.

The reef ones were taken on a little Cessna plane that the local tourism group has. It's an hour long trip that covers the islands and reefs. Really cool experience.

I'm a Nikonbrah, so it's a Nikkor lens. Love the lens and use it for nearly everything. So sharp and clear.

Thanks for the suggestions bud. This shrine was incredibly touristy so unfortunately there were usually droves of people in street clothes. I was lucky to get this shot with no one walking through the Tori. The lines throw me off too and I've tried to straighten it but the angle of the Tori themselves are so variable and non-uniform I haven't found a really "pleasing" tilt. :/

Not posted on here in a while, forgot my password. Here's a recent shot over looking Coniston Water from Torver common



Do any of you guys use Youtube to promote yourselves, I've started to give it a try and it's been quite fun. If any one wants more subs on there account maybe we could do a trade? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIB...qnpqPf-Z_AOesQ

Bleh, not some of my best or fav club work but the most recent stuff i've done…

"I see commonalities between humans and potatoes –"

Hecking lol.

Yesterday was a great day of shooting!

I managed to capture two species that I've been trying to get for a couple of years but have never been able to shoot anything I was really happy with.


Red Tail Hawk by FourB Photography , on Flickr


Belted Kingfisher by FourB Photography , on Flickr


Belted Kingfisher by FourB Photography , on Flickr

Reminiscing about summer. Took this photo one a 4 wheeling adventure near Crested Butte Colorado in the Maroon Peaks Wilderness area this past summer.

Needed to update kids photos for my house, decided to go 100% natural light because I haven't done it in over a year. Needed to make sure I still have it.

DSC_3444 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_3252 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_3260-2 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_3469 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

DSC_3264 by Kyle Harrell , on Flickr

^^ Damn, lovin the lighting in that…. great work.

Quick question for printing. I am looking to get images printed. Do you guys resize the images prior to sending to the printing companies? I know they have their own tools to resize images, but do the images have a better look when you resize them PRIOR to sending out to print?